Zapatista Movement and Autonomy Concepts

Zapatista Movement and Autonomy Concepts

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, History, World Languages

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explores the Zapatista movement, a group of indigenous Mayan people in Mexico who have fought for autonomy and justice. It covers their history of resistance against oppression, the 1994 uprising, and their ongoing efforts to build a self-sustaining community. Despite challenges, they continue to inspire global movements with their vision of a world where many worlds coexist.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key characteristics of the Zapatistas?

They are a movement of indigenous Mayan people.

They are a political party.

They are a superhero organization.

They are a group of pirates.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical event did the Zapatistas resist in the 1500s?

The French Revolution

The American Revolution

The Industrial Revolution

The Spanish invasion

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do the Zapatistas call the land 'Mother Earth'?

Because it is a place for tourism.

Because it is a source of wealth.

Because it is a place for entertainment.

Because it is a source of life and freedom.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main goal of the Zapatistas' secret preparation starting in 1983?

To build a new city.

To take back land for survival.

To start a new religion.

To create a new language.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event did the Zapatistas initiate on January 1st, 1994?

A revolution.

A new educational program.

A cultural festival.

A peace treaty with the government.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Mexican people respond to the Zapatistas' demands?

They opposed them.

They were indifferent.

They supported them and demonstrated for peace and justice.

They ignored them.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the Zapatistas build to support their autonomy?

A new transportation network.

A new army.

Their own schools, hospitals, and government.

A new financial system.

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